The Arbitrary / Psycho Hill / Foolery at The Estate Visit Columbus’s only do-it-yourself music venue for live music. $8. Jan. 4, 7 – 10 p.m., The Estate, 1231 Midway Drive, Columbus Alabama Avenue at Soho Playing southern rock, classic country and fun party songs, Alabama Avenue returns to one of Columbus’s favorite music venues. Jan. 6, 10:30 p.m. – 1:45 a.m., Soho Bar & Grill, 5751 Milgen Road, Columbus Post Nothing / Crushed!? /…
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We’ve come a long way over the past 150 years when it comes to animal welfare in the U.S. The original function of animal control was to limit the spread of rabies. This has, for all intents and purposes, been accomplished. The incidence of rabies in humans is extremely rare. Even so, too many animal control agencies have not changed their operational models in response to the current reality. It is only the most progressive…
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by Frank Etheridge Every year, William J. Bullock, Ph.D., finds a new way to tell an old story. “I’m a professor at heart, so I really enjoy the research,” Bullock (called Bill by those who know him) says of finding music to fit into Cantus Christmas, an annual highlight of the holiday season in Columbus and gold-star event on the city’s cultural calendar now in its 18th year. “I start with four parts,” he…
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Holiday Sip ’n’ Shop Experience the holiday spirit at The Wynn House. Enjoy unique gifts, appetizers and beverages. Members $10, non-members $12. RSVP: (706) 323-1895 or darenewynnhouse@gmail.com. Dec. 7, 4 – 8 p.m., The Wynn House, 1240 Wynnton Road, Columbus Holiday Highball Join the Young Art Patrons for an evening featuring local bartenders competing in the art of mixology, sample craft cocktails, enjoy hors d’oeuvres by The Wicked Hen, and live music. Cast your vote…
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Big Dog Run/Walk Half & Full Marathon Training Ready to tackle some new miles? Big Dog wants to help you accomplish these goals with their run/walk half and full marathon training program. Training is offered three days each week. For complete details, visit runsignup.com through December, Big Dog Fleet Feet, 1200 Broadway, Columbus WILD about 2018 WILD, Women’s Initiative for Learning and Discovery, has had a great year, and are well on the way to…
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Light the Spirit Annual Tree Lighting Gather with St. Francis Hospital to share in the season at their annual tree lighting ceremony. Enjoy music and holiday cheer, and after the program, stay for holiday treats, pictures with Santa and a Kids Zone with holiday crafts. Dec. 5, 6 – 8 p.m., St. Francis Hospital, 2122 Manchester Expressway, Columbus Christmas at Old Town Join this Southern Living-inspired community in all its festive adornment for the most…
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Sorry No Sympathy at The Estate Columbus’s only DIY music venue presents Sorry No Sympathy, Dec. 4. $7, doors open at 7 p.m., band starts at 8 p.m. Dec. 4, 7 – 11 p.m., The Estate, 1231 Midway Drive, Columbus Caroling at Old Town with Sola Voce Sola Voce, Voices of the Valley’s auditioned chamber ensemble, invites you to Old Town Dec. 5 for three sets of caroling. Dec. 5, 6 – 7:30 p.m., Old…
Read MoreAll Aboard! The Polar Express The Polar Express 3D is returning to the Giant Screen Theatre inside the National Infantry Museum every weekend beginning Dec. 9. Every child wearing pajamas will receive a free hot chocolate at the museum. Dec. 9 – 23, The National Infantry Museum, 1775 Legacy Way, Columbus The Nutcracker, presented by The Columbus Ballet Celebrating over a decade of performances, The Columbus Ballet’s production of The Nutcracker promises to instill a…
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Crafting Power Hour Get your craft on! Each Power Hour will allow you to get hands on with a variety of materials and create a work you can take home. All materials are included in the cost. Space is limited, registration required. Tickets are $15 for members, $20 for future members. Dec. 7, 5:30 – 6:30 p.m., The Columbus Museum, 1251 Wynnton Road, Columbus Teen Takeover: Craft Wars Compete in our own version of the…
Read MoreIt isn’t that I’m biased because I work for a locally owned company. I work for a locally owned company because I know how much local business do for their communities. The math on this is simple. When you buy locally, more of your money stays in your community. When you buy locally, you encourage start-ups. Buying local combats inequality; the difference in income between employees of small business is less than the difference at…
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